"All aboard!" After all the prepping and waiting for your trip to arrive, this phrase will sound like music to your ears. But first, there is much to do to prepare for you trip and you don't want to forget anything. Do you need your passport? And what about that bottle of wine you've been saving for a special occasion? Are you allowed to bring that on board? Forget the alcohol; what about prescription medicine? Do you need a doctor's note?

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Radiance Glaciers

Cruise Ship Safety Features
Traveling on cruise ships is no different from boarding an airplane in terms of safety. In fact, it might just be a little safer. Sure, cruise ships use all the standard security measures—X-ray scans, metal detectors and an pre-screened list of everyone on board—but they also go above and beyond by employing a 24-hour security team that...

Navigating a Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Control Room
Ever wonder what's under the hood on cruise ships? What makes them tick and who keeps them up? You can find most of these answers in the control room, which monitors the ship's technical and mechanical operations, from the propellers to the pirate-deflecting gadgets. (Seriously. Modern cruise ships have sophisticated sound systems...

Mysterious Cruise Ship Illnesses

Cruise Ship Food and Drink Preparation
Breathing in all that fresh, sea air is bound to make you hungry, which is why food and drink is such a crucial part of a cruise (that, and it's usually included in the price of your ticket). When your boat is 600 miles offshore, you're at the mercy of the chefs on board. Whether you're looking for a formal affair at the captain's table or a more laissez-faire approach with 24-hour open buffets and pool-side edibles...

Radiance Denali

Popular Cruise Routes
There's a reason why year after year, travelers use Florida as a springboard for cruising the Bahamas. Or that Alaska is still a red-hot spot. Or that the Caribbean continues to top the list for honeymooners and snowbirds. That's because these cruise destinations have proven to be the most reliable, due in part to unforgettable sights, affordability, accessibility...

Necessary Documents for a Cruise

Cruise Ship Boarding Procedures
If you thought that cruising was just about lounging, sightseeing and eating, think again. Cruise lines have activities and tours tailored to their routes and destinations, and some of the most unforgettable moments on your cruise will come from learning something new with your significant other, your best friends, or total strangers...